This Lesser-known Destination in Japan Has Beautiful Natural Landscapes, Serene Temples, and the Country's Oldest Resort Hotel

Ancient temples.Natural hot springs.

And the country’s oldest resort hotel.

And perhaps best of all?

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Underpinning Nikko’s cultural charms is one key protagonist: nature.

Nikko is also home to the oldest resort hotel in Japan: theNikko Kanaya Hotel.

But the icing on the Nikko cake is undoubtedly its food.

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Courtesy of Kanaya Hotel